My mom has been taking it for years. 2mg a day. She has anxiety but no other mental health issues diagnosed. I don't see the problem with taking it if it works. My mom would puke from anxiety often....you can't live like that. Make sure they taper you more slowly next time. I've taken benzos on several occassions. I only take it daily for a few weeks and I've never had any withdrawal symptoms. Most of our meds have withdrawal symptoms ....that's not a reason not to take it in my opinion. I'm glad it's working and you are able to take it. I can't go near a school during drop off or release because all those kids and cars and parents and people make me lose it completely these days. Good luck Raspberry.